WNG test

• What is the significance of World War I for Germany?

  It led to the establishment of the Weimar Republic
• How long did World War I last?

  Four years
• How many German troops were killed during World War I?

  2 million
• How many German troops were wounded during World War I?

  4 million
• What financial impact did World War I have on Germany?

  It caused spiraling debt
• By 1918, how much debt did Germany have compared to 1914?

  Three times the debt
• What action did the British Navy take in 1918?

  Blocked German trade routes
• What was the consequence of the British blockade on Germany?

  Severe food shortages
• How many people are estimated to have died from hunger due to the blockade?

  750,000
• What happened in St. Garten, Hanover during this period?

  People protested and rioted in the streets
• What did the people of Munich declare?

  A general strike
• Why did Communist ideas become popular in Germany?

  Due to the influence of the Russian Revolution
• What was the state of Germany by November 1918?

  In uproar with protests and strikes
• What event marked the final collapse of the Kaiser’s control?

  The Navy rebellions in Kiel and Hamburg
• What did the sailors in Kiel and Hamburg refuse to do?

  Follow orders and fight the British
• What were the sailors shouting for during the rebellions?

  Freedom, peace, and bread
• What did the Kaiser’s ministers advise him to do on November 9, 1918?

  To abdicate to restore order
• What was the date of the Kaiser’s abdication?

  November 9, 1918
• Where did Kaiser Wilhelm II go after his abdication?

  Into exile in Holland
• What did Philip Scheidemann announce to the crowds?

  The abdication of the Kaiser and a republic
• Who became Chancellor after the Kaiser’s abdication?

  Friedrich Ebert
• What did Ebert do to stabilize the new Republic?

  Contacted the army leaders for support
• What was the purpose of forming the Council of People's Representatives?

  To lead the country until a Constitution was written
• What was the reaction of the crowds to the establishment of the Council?

  They were calmed by the quick actions
• What did Ebert manage to do in the month following the Armistice?

  Gain control of Germany
• What challenges did Ebert face after the Armistice?

  Threats from extreme political parties
• What steps did Ebert take to maintain order?

  Kept existing civil servants and communicated with army leaders
• Why did Ebert meet with leaders of industry?

  To reassure them and encourage supply continuity
• What did Ebert agree to with trade union leaders?

  Certain changes to working conditions
• How was Ebert's control described after the Armistice?

  Weak but managed to maintain order
• What were the key events leading to the establishment of the Weimar Republic?

  • Kaiser Wilhelm II abdicated on November 9, 1918
  • Philip Scheidemann announced a republic
  • Ebert became Chancellor and formed the Council of People's Representatives
  • Armistice signed on November 11, 1918
• What were the main challenges faced by the Weimar Republic in its early years?

  • Threats from extreme political parties
  • Public unrest and dissatisfaction
  • Economic instability and debt
  • Need for support from military and industry
• What actions did Ebert take to stabilize the Weimar Republic?

  • Maintained existing civil servants
  • Communicated with army leaders
  • Engaged with industry leaders
  • Agreed to changes with trade unions
• What historical period does this video cover?

  Weimar and Nazi Germany
• What was the purpose of the council of people's representatives?

  It was a temporary government after the kaiser's abdication
• Who announced the elections for the new national assembly?

  Frederick Ebert
• When were the first votes cast in the Weimar Republic?

  19th of January 1919
• What percentage of eligible voters participated in the election?

  83%
• Which party won the most votes in the election?

  Socialist Democratic Party
• Why did the first national assembly meet in Weimar?

  Due to protests and unrest in Berlin